Lawn Care Technician

Lawn Care Technician

$18 - $22 / an hour based on experience - Plus production commission. We Pay weekly!

$1,500 Sign-on bonus for new previously licensed Pesticide operators / applicators

Spring-Green Lawn Care is looking for enthusiastic and motivated full-time, seasonal lawn care technicians for our Wauconda, IL branch.

Spring-Green has been providing lawn, pest and tree care services for over 48 years through a network of company owned and franchised locations. As an industry leader with locations in 25 states, we take our community and environmental responsibility seriously and are proud to help consumers enjoy their lawns and outdoor spaces. At Spring-Green, our culture supports team members' pursuits of professional and personal growth. We work hard to create an atmosphere representative of our core values of Customer Focus, Pursuing Common Goals, Family, Integrity, Innovation, and Perseverance.

No experience is required; we offer paid training to obtain the necessary Illinois Pesticide License. We welcome individuals from other industries and landscapers to apply. Our Managers will train and help you grow.

We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability and life insurance coverage, paid holidays, paid leave time 30 days after date of hire, and paid vacation after one year.

General responsibilities include providing lawn care services to residential and/or commercial customers, including:

• Fertilization
• Weed Control
• Aeration
• Seeding
• Communication with customers regarding lawn care services
• Completion of daily route assignments

Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Must have a valid drivers' license with a good driving record and be able to follow GPS directions to find job site locations. Must be at least 18 years old for insurability purposes.
• Background and MVR check after a contingent offer of employment.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday and Saturday as required
• Must enjoy working outdoors and be able to work in temperature ranges from teens to over 90 degrees and in varying weather conditions
• Must be able to lift 50-pound bags of fertilizer, load, unload, push, lift and guide rotary spreader with a total weight of 80-100 pounds and maneuver 400-foot spray hose.
• Ability to follow driving directions and familiarity with assigned service area a plus
• Must be able to read and recall regulations and procedures and pass state-issued pesticide exam
• Ability to work independently and provide good customer service.

Equal Opportunity Employer

To ensure the efficiency and fairness of our hiring process, Spring-Green Enterprises Inc. and its affiliated companies utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools with our applicant tracking system (ATS). These tools are designed to assist, not replace human judgement. AI may be used to scan resumes to match applicant skills against job descriptions to help identify top candidates. We are committed to an equitable hiring process in accordance with Equal Opportunity (EEO) principles. Final Hiring decisions are always made by our recruitment team and hiring managers. AI recommendations are reviewed to ensure accuracy and to provide a fair, personalized evaluation for applicants. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application may be processed using these tools.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and industries to apply. We encourage personal and professional growth. Come join our culture with core values of Customer Focus, Pursuing Common Goals, Family, Integrity, Innovation, and Perseverance.